Descriptive Language in Narratives

Descriptive Language in Narratives

Grade Unknown Grade · ELA · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can add descriptive language to my narrative to paint a clearer picture for the reader.

Warm-Up Video

TED-Ed · 4:42

How to write descriptively - Nalo Hopkinson

Practice Questions

5 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Write a descriptive sentence about a stormy night that engages at least three of the five senses (sight, sound, touch, taste, smell). Write a descriptive sentence about a character's excitement that uses a metaphor and explain how this metaphor enhances the reader's understanding of the character's emotions.

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